Melon Bowls with Honey Dressing

Brighten up your table with these refreshing and vibrant Melon Bowls with Honey Dressing, a fruit salad turned into an edible masterpiece! Perfect for summer gatherings or a light dessert, this recipe features a medley of sweet cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon, balanced with juicy blueberries and strawberries. The zesty honey-lime dressing, infused with a hint of vanilla and fresh mint, adds a delightful burst of flavor to every bite. What makes this dish truly unique is its presentation: the hollowed-out melon halves serve as charming, eco-friendly bowls. Ready in just 25 minutes with no cooking required, this easy, no-bake recipe is a stunning centerpiece that doubles as a delicious treat. Whether you're hosting a brunch or craving a healthy snack, these Melon Bowls are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium Cantaloupe
• 1 medium Honeydew melon
• 1 small Watermelon
• 1 cup Blueberries
• 1 cup Strawberries
• 2 tablespoons Mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Cut the cantaloupe and honeydew melons in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.

Step 2

Using a melon baller, scoop out the flesh from the cantaloupe and honeydew melons into small, round balls. Place the melon balls in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Cut the small watermelon in half and use the melon baller to scoop out its flesh. Add the watermelon balls to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Reserve the hollowed-out halves of the cantaloupe and honeydew to use as serving bowls. Set them aside.

Step 5

Rinse the blueberries and strawberries. Slice the strawberries into halves or quarters, depending on their size, and add both the strawberries and blueberries to the mixing bowl with the melon balls.

Step 6

Chop the mint leaves and sprinkle them over the fruits in the bowl.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, and vanilla extract to make the dressing.

Step 8

Drizzle the honey dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss to coat the fruits evenly.

Step 9

Spoon the fruit salad into the cantaloupe and honeydew halves to create the melon bowls.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a refreshing dessert or snack. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3162.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1333.3

Total Fat 5.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 556.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 319.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 281.7g
Protein 21.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 291.3mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 5290.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.5%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 90.6%